What is criminal defence solicitor negligence?
Criminal defence solicitor negligence happens when a solicitor representing a client in a criminal case fails to provide competent and diligent legal services. This can involve giving incorrect legal advice, failing to properly prepare for trial, missing key evidence, or not adequately defending the client's rights in court.
This solicitor negligence can result in wrongful convictions, harsher sentences, or other adverse legal outcomes. Victims of criminal defence solicitor negligence may pursue claims to rectify the injustice and seek compensation for the damages incurred.
Can I make a claim against a criminal defence solicitor for negligence?
If you believe your criminal defence solicitor has acted negligently, leading to an unfair trial outcome, wrongful conviction, or harsher sentence, you may have grounds to make a claim. To pursue this, you need to demonstrate that the solicitor breached their duty of care by failing to provide competent legal representation, and that this breach resulted in significant harm. Examples include missing key evidence, giving incorrect legal advice, or not adequately defending your rights in court.
Why choose Stephensons?
Stephensons is dedicated to upholding justice and ensuring that clients receive the competent legal representation they deserve. With extensive experience in criminal defence negligence claims, our professional negligence solicitors are well-equipped to handle cases where inadequate legal representation has led to wrongful convictions or unjust outcomes. Our empathetic and strategic approach ensures that your rights are vigorously defended and that you receive the compensation and redress you deserve for the harm caused by negligent defence.
Contact us
If you have been adversely affected by criminal defence solicitor negligence, contact Stephensons today. Our expert team is here to provide the guidance and representation you need to address the injustices you've faced. Call us on 0161 696 6178 or complete our online enquiry form.
